Programme Overview
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UCAS Code // X315 Awarded by The University of Chichester |
Applications for this course should be made via UCAS. INSTITUTION CODE // E32 |
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About the Course
You will develop an understanding of the theory relating to child development and reflective practice, as well as exploring topics such as Children’s Rights, Health and Wellbeing, Special Educational Needs, Safeguarding and Understanding Behaviour. This Foundation Degree is seen as an efficient and effective route for practitioners who wish to progress to the Early Years teacher status or Qualified Teacher Status, subject to additional requirements.
Two A-Levels grade C or equivalent Level 3 qualification in Childcare. Applicants must be working in an Early Years/Childcare setting with at least two years' experience. |
YEAR ONE: Introduction to Early Years // Child Development in the Early Years // Children’s Rights // Play, Creativity, Expressive Arts // Reflective Practitioner: Babies, Toddlers and Pre-School // Safeguarding and Integrated Working in Early Years
YEAR TWO: Understanding Children’s Behaviour // Curricula around the World in the Early Years // Working with Families in the Early years // Importance of Research in Early Years // Health and Wellbeing of Young Children // SEND in Early Years
The learning outcomes of the modules are met through a mixture of taught sessions, student led seminars, workshop activities, individual reading and reflective learning, as outlined in the module descriptors.
Assessment includes written assignments, E-portfolios, poster presentations, case studies and reflective accounts.
This Foundation Degree is seen as an efficient and effective route for practitioners who wish to progress to the Early Years teacher status or Qualified Teacher Status - providing you meet any additional requirements.
You are required to hold a GCSE grade 4 (C) or above in English, Maths and Science before progressing to Early Years teacher status or qualified teacher status.
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